What are the Common Types of Electric Motors?

Electric motors are used in everything from toys and toothbrushes to treadmills and electric passenger vehicles. There are many different types of electric motors, each with their own advantages and disadvantages, but one thing they all have in common is that they will need regular maintenance or repair at some point in order to continue to operate properly. The electric motor repair process will depend on the type of motor and the problem at hand. Here are some of the most common types of electric motors and their general use.

Brushless DC Motor

A brushless DC motor has a high initial cost but can have a very long lifespan with little or no maintenance. They are most commonly found in DVD/CD players, RC cars and electric passenger vehicles.

Brushed DC Motor

With a little maintenance but a low initial cost brushed DC motors are regularly used in treadmills and other exercise equipment, paper making machines and automotive accessories.

Universal Motor

These motors can be made very compact but offer high torque. However they are often thought to be noisy and their lifespan is short in comparison to other types of motors. They are generally found in vacuum cleaners, blenders and other handheld power tools.

Switched Reluctance Motor

This type of motor has a long lifespan and needs little maintenance but it does not offer much control in terms of speed and other output. They're often found in textile mills, certain aviation applications and home appliances.

While some motors don't require much maintenance they are still prone to needing repair after much use. No matter what sort of electric motor you have, Industrial Motors & Machining Inc. in Denver can fix it. They also sell new and used motors and offer welding services. When you need electric motor repair in Denver call Industrial Motors & Machining Inc at (303) 872-5981 today!